Community Calendar

This fall, Norwood will come alive with the debut of House of Cards Carnivale at Factory 52, running October 1-5. The five-day festival will transform the Eastern Parking Lot of Factory 52 into a vibrant, vintage-inspired carnival atmosphere, complete with rides, games, food, and live entertainment.

The Carnivale pays homage to Factory 52's history as the former U.S. Playing Card Company, blending boardwalk-style fun with a nod to the site's heritage. Guests can look forward to dazzling lights, thrilling rides, classic carnival games, and a curated lineup of live performances that will keep the excitement going each day and night. Food and beverage offerings will range from nostalgic fair favorites to modern local eats, giving visitors plenty of options to enjoy while soaking in the festive atmosphere.

The event is designed for all ages, making it the perfect destination for families, groups of friends, and anyone looking to celebrate the season in a unique way. Whether it's testing your luck at a game booth, indulging in something sweet, or gathering by the stage for live music, House of Cards Carnivale promises something for everyone.

Admission to the festival is free, with ride tickets and game credits available for purchase. Parking will remain available on campus, though visitors are encouraged to arrive early to ensure convenient access.

Mark your calendars for October 1-5 and experience Factory 52 like never before. House of Cards Carnivale will be a one-of-a-kind celebration bringing new energy and entertainment to the heart of Norwood—and you won't want to miss it.

JoyFest at Camp Joy, Saturday, October 4, 2025 in Clarksville, OH. Enjoy a full day of adventure and fun with ropes courses, ziplining, inflatables, yeti scavenger hunty, split-the-pot bingo, lawn and carnival games, pumpkin painting, and more. Shop from 49+ craft vendors, sip at the beer tent, and enjoy live music by Vinyl Countdown from 1–5 PM. VIP experiences continue into the evening and overnight, making JoyFest Camp Joy’s biggest community celebration of the year!

Tour White Water Shaker Village. White Water, established in 1823, is one of the 24 Shaker communal villages founded in the United States. The village is home to the country's only remaining brick meeting house which was built in 1827 with an unusual suspended truss system. In 1832 the large dwelling was constructed next door. Learn about the daily life of a Shaker. Discover the styles of businesses the Shakers conducted. Check out our collections of Shaker goods. Explore the property to see the stable and historic outbuildings of this 200 year old village. Saturday, October 4th features Passport to the Past where other historical sites in the community will also be open (Harrison Village Historical Society Museum, Othneil Looker House, Fernald Feed Materials Feed Production Center (Fernald Preserve), and Passmore Cabin).

PRIDE AND PREJUDICE
By Joseph Hanreddy and J. R. Sullivan
Adapted from the novel by Jane Austen
Susan Felder, director

Marriage is an inevitable fact of life for the five Bennet sisters — Jane, Elizabeth, Mary, Kitty, and Lydia. With the family estate passing to their closest male cousin, their only hope to advance in life is to find a rich and single man — and one has just arrived in the form of the very handsome and very well-off Charles Bingley. The kindhearted and beautiful Jane seems poised to make a match, but must contend with her overly zealous mother, his snobbish sister and a slippery social ladder. When Bingley's taciturn friend Fitzwilliam Darcy shows an interest in the opinionated and spirited Elizabeth, the situation becomes more complicated than either of them expect. The fire and wit of Jane Austen's classic 1813 romance shines through in this vibrant new adaptation.

Estimated run time: 2 hours and 15 minutes

Don't miss your chance to see the legendary Bob James Quartet at the historic Louisville Memorial Auditorium on Saturday Oct 4th at 6:00 pm. Special performances by the University of Louisville Faculty and Student Jazz Ensembles.

Tickets available now at
https://www.universe.com/events/bob-james-quartet-tickets-6Q78MN?unii-trigger-open=6Q78MN

Are you an aspiring food entrepreneur, starting out, or looking to grow? Join our Food Business Foundations cohort on Thursdays from 6 - 8 PM starting on September 25! This 6-week course is specifically designed to help you establish the foundations of your food business, build community, and learn how to be the leader your business needs.

Classes include:
WEEK 1: Defining Your Purpose taught by Jamie Bierman, HR Elements
WEEK 2: Optimizing Operations taught by Jordon Kuhn, Findlay Market
WEEK 3: Financial Fundamentals taught by Kyanna Garrett, Mo2v8
WEEK 4: Smart Marketing Strategies taught by Erin Matulis, Sami Stewart, Anya Grieze - Findlay Market
WEEK 5: Planning for Success taught by Caitlin Siegel Hartzler, Alloy Development
WEEK 6: Graduation & Roundtable Discussion

What you can hope to gain:
Insight into key food business management systems
Practical operational strategies
Financial management fundamentals

Take the next step in your business journey and sign up today!
Please send questions to: findlaylearn@findlaymarket.org
Join us at Findlaymarket.org/findlaylearn to learn about other Findlay Learn events and courses!

Enjoy a free show as Madcap Puppets perform "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" at The Lawn at Delhi Towne Square at 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 4. Bring a lawn chair or blanket.

About the Artist:
Whether you know him as ‘Ugly & Angry’ or ‘A Man From Kansas’ or whether you remember him from NBC’s Last Comic Standing almost twenty years ago, odds are you’ve seen or heard Chris Porter. From Taco Bell to his adventures with baseball players and famous bands, Chris talks about it all. From Comedy Central to Netflix to Showtime to Spotify, you can find this Kansas City native just about anywhere!

Ticket Policy:
The Funny Bone has a full bar and a dinner menu that is available through your server when you are seated in the showroom!
Seating is first come, first served. We seat the room from front to back and guests will be seated accordingly based on arrival time.
Most of our tables seat 4 people. You may be seated with a separate party of guests at the same table.
If you wish to sit with another party, please arrive early and enter the showroom together.
All sales are final. No refunds or exchanges. Sales tax and service fees are included in the ticket price.
This event is 21+ and all guests will need valid ID to enter.

Happens on the following Dates:
Oct 3, 2025, 7:00pm to 8:30pm Timezone: EDT
Oct 3, 2025, 9:30pm to 11:00pm Timezone: EDT
Oct 4, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: EDT
Oct 4, 2025, 9:00pm to 10:30pm Timezone: EDT

The musical that redefined musicals.

One of ETC’s most popular productions returns! Diana Goodman is a suburban mom struggling with bipolar disorder. Her daughter, Natalie, is a stressed-out overachiever ready to snap. And Dan, her exhausted architect husband, is determined to keep everything “normal.” As Diana’s symptoms worsen and effective treatment remains elusive, the Goodmans must finally connect and learn how to see each other for who they truly are. A cathartic and empathetic triumph of contemporary musical theatre, Next to Normal features soaring rock music, unforgettable characters, and a gripping, emotionally resonant story that echoes long after the final note.

Winner of three Tony Awards, including Best Musical Score
Winner of the 2010 Pulitzer Prize for Drama

An encore presentation of the Fringe Development hit from Cincinnati-based artist and activist Katie Scarlett.

Humor, heart, and a lot of pill bottles. Class is in session!

Today's lesson: the stages of grief. But what happens when the Professor's overconfident TA takes her on a whirlwind journey through her own hardships with chronic illness? Together, they navigate the path to acceptance (no matter how fleeting) through a series of successes and struggles. ER meets Dead To Me